What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Wildland position at Outback Firefighting?
Wildland Firefighter FFT2
Firefighters MUST have current RED Card & provide required FFT2, S130, S190, I-100, L180, IS700, and RT130 Certificates. We offer training, sign up for training at: www.outbackfirefighting.com
DUTIES: The majority of the duties performed by a wildland firefighter are outdoors. Experiencing elements of all four seasons is not uncommon. Depending upon where you are stationed, you may experience all four seasons within a few days. Most duties are related to prescribed burning, wildland suppression, and fire preparedness. These duties include serving as a firefighter or engine operator during prescribed burning and wildifre suppression activities; conducting regular maintenance and repairs on various equipment such as fire engines, tractors, mowers, chain saws, and hand tools; serving as a crew member during fire break preperation which involves rock removal, mowing, trimming, tree and brush removal.
HOURS/DAYS: Varied and long.Positions are an ON CALL BASIS. Once called you must be able to be gone for two weeks. Must get your own SAFETY GEAR, FIRE FIGHTING BOOTS, SLEEPING BAG, and TENT. Food & Lodging is provided.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $220.00 per day
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $220
